Thomson Reuters (TRI) shares surged 6.22% during Thursday's intraday trading session. The significant move follows the company's release of its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results, which exceeded analyst expectations and were accompanied by strong forward guidance.
The information and technology conglomerate reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.07 for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.06. Quarterly revenue rose to $2.009 billion, also surpassing forecasts. The company highlighted strong organic revenue growth, particularly a 9% increase in its core "Big 3" segments. Furthermore, Thomson Reuters announced a 10% increase in its annualized dividend, marking the 33rd consecutive annual raise.
Investors responded positively to the company's 2026 outlook, which anticipates organic revenue growth of approximately 7.5% to 8.0% and adjusted EBITDA margin expansion. Management also expressed confidence in its AI investments, noting tangible benefits and directly addressing recent market fears that AI tools could disrupt its core legal and professional information businesses.
Comments